Is Your Event Revenue Disappearing Into Platform Fees?

Let’s talk numbers. Say your non-profit sells 200 tickets to a community event at $20 each. That’s $4,000 in revenue, right? Not if you’re using platforms like Eventbrite or Ticketmaster. Their 5-10% platform fees can cost you up to $400—before you even factor in payment processing fees. That’s money you could’ve spent on programs, supplies, or just keeping the lights on.

We’ve seen this happen to cultural associations, small clubs, even volunteer-run sports teams. These groups operate on razor-thin budgets. Losing a chunk of revenue to platform fees? It’s not just frustrating—it’s unsustainable.

How CommunityTix Fixes This

CommunityTix doesn’t charge platform fees. Not a penny. You keep 100% of your ticket revenue. The only fee you’ll pay is the standard PayPal processing fee (typically 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction). That’s it. No hidden charges, no surprises.

Here’s why this matters: most small community organisations don’t have the luxury of fundraising teams or corporate sponsors. Every dollar counts. By cutting out platform fees, CommunityTix ensures your event revenue stays where it belongs—with you.

Real Example: A Local Heritage Society

One of our users, a local heritage society, runs an annual fundraiser with 500 attendees. Tickets cost $25 each. When they used Eventbrite, they lost nearly $1,250 to platform fees alone. With CommunityTix, they only paid PayPal’s processing fees—around $400. That’s $850 saved. Enough to fund a new exhibit or cover rent for a month.

Why Aren’t All Platforms Free?

You might be wondering: how does CommunityTix stay afloat without charging fees? Simple. It’s open-source and funded through grants and optional donations. We’re not here to squeeze money out of small organisations; we’re here to support them. Platforms like Eventbrite, on the other hand, are for-profit businesses. Their revenue comes from your fees.

Pay What You Can: Another Revenue Booster

CommunityTix doesn’t just save you money—it helps you raise more. Our Pay What You Can (PWYC) feature lets attendees choose how much they want to pay, within a suggested range. It’s perfect for equity-focused events or fundraisers. And it works. Studies show that PWYC pricing often increases total revenue because people who can afford more, pay more.

The Bottom Line

If you’re running events for a non-profit, a club, or a community centre, every dollar matters. Stop losing revenue to unnecessary platform fees. CommunityTix offers zero-platform-fee ticketing so you can focus on what really matters: building your community.

Want to see how much you could save? Try CommunityTix for free. No credit card required.

Sources:

  1. CommunityTix: Zero Platform Fee Ticketing
  2. Eventcube: Best Event Ticketing Software
  3. FriendlySky: Affordable Ticketing Software